World Marrow Donor Association

The World Marrow Donor Association (WMDA) is a global non-profit organization dedicated to facilitating hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for patients worldwide. It maintains a centralized database of over 40 million potential donors and cord blood units, enabling healthcare providers to find optimal HLA matches across international borders. WMDA establishes international standards for donor registries, provides accreditation to ensure donor and patient safety, and promotes best practices in the field of cellular therapy. The association serves as a vital link between national registries, transplant centers, and cord blood banks to streamline the search and procurement process for life-saving stem cells. Through its collaborative network, WMDA works to ensure that every patient in need of a transplant has access to a high-quality donor regardless of their geographic location.